wear and tear: What Is Ordinary Wear & Tear on a Rental Home?
- 08/04/14 09:15 PM
The legal meaning of the term "ordinary wear and tear" is concise, however it is still a debated topic between a landlord and his tenant. In all states a landlord can require a security deposit, but the funds must be returned to the tenant at the end of the lease as long as the property is in its original condition, minus normal wear and tear. Wear and Tear vs. Damages Matting on a carpet is considered wear and tear however stains or burns would be damage. Small nails holes in the walls is wear and tear however large holes would be … (2 comments)
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The legal meaning of the term "ordinary wear and tear" is concise, however it is still a debated topic between a landlord and his tenant. In all states a landlord can require a security deposit, but the funds must be returned to the tenant at the end of the lease as long as the property is in its original condition, minus normal wear and tear.
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